'Neon Burst' Dogwood tip leaf wilt - Ask Extension
Planted in 2018, the primary/tip leaf of many branches wilted. All the other leaves seem fine. The dogwood is under a roof overhang, with some of the...
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'Neon Burst' Dogwood tip leaf wilt #759656
Asked July 02, 2021, 12:23 PM EDT
Planted in 2018, the primary/tip leaf of many branches wilted. All the other leaves seem fine. The dogwood is under a roof overhang, with some of the branches in full sun (summer). This is seen in both areas.
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Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
My guess would be water stress. Plants under eaves and overhangs are often water-deprived. Read here:
https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/visual-guides/flowering-dogwood-problems.aspx
https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/visual-guides/flowering-dogwood-problems.aspx